Low Income (LIHTC)Waitlist Closed

Jefferson South of the James

1800 Boydton Plank Rd, Petersburg, VA, 23805

Information verified July 8, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily

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About This Property

Jefferson South of the James contains 200 units in Petersburg, VA, with 96 designated as low-income housing. The property offers a mix of one-, two-, and three-bedroom units and has been in service since 2000. It is financed through tax-exempt bonds and utilizes 4% LIHTC credits.

Waitlist Information

Waitlist managed by Petersburg Redevelopment & Housing Authority

Public Housing Waitlist

Closed

The Public Housing waiting list was last open from August 5, 2020, to August 20, 2020. When last open, applicants were placed by date and time of receipt; preferences were not confirmed.

Last verified March 10, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

The HCV waiting list was last open for one day in May 2018, requiring in-person application pickup at Pecan Acres Estates; applicants were placed by date and time of receipt. For a family of four, the Very Low Income limit is $56,750 per year.

Last verified February 18, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated July 8, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

200

1 Bedroom

2 Bedroom

122

3 Bedroom

Income Limits - Petersburg County, VA

Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $18,900
Very Low (50%): $31,500
Low (80%): $50,400

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $21,600
Very Low (50%): $36,000
Low (80%): $57,600

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $24,300
Very Low (50%): $40,500
Low (80%): $64,800

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $27,000
Very Low (50%): $45,000
Low (80%): $72,000

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,040
Very Low (50%): $48,600
Low (80%): $77,800

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,580
Very Low (50%): $52,200
Low (80%): $83,550

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $55,800
Low (80%): $89,300

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $44,660
Very Low (50%): $59,400
Low (80%): $95,050

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$18,900	$31,500	$50,400
2 Persons	$21,600	$36,000	$57,600
3 Persons	$24,300	$40,500	$64,800
4 Persons	$27,000	$45,000	$72,000
5 Persons	$31,040	$48,600	$77,800
6 Persons	$35,580	$52,200	$83,550
7 Persons	$40,120	$55,800	$89,300
8 Persons	$44,660	$59,400	$95,050

Tax Credit Program Details

Year Placed in Service

2000

LIHTC Credit Type

Low-Income Units

96 / 200

Funding Programs

Tax-Exempt Bond

Frequently Asked Questions

What size apartments are available at Jefferson South of the James?+

Jefferson South of the James offers the following unit types: 48 One-Bedroom, 122 Two-Bedroom, 30 Three-Bedroom units, for a total of 200 units.

What are the income limits for affordable housing in Petersburg County, VA?+

For a 4-person household in Petersburg County, VA, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $27,000, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $45,000, Low Income (80% AMI): $72,000. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

Who manages Jefferson South of the James?+

Jefferson South of the James is managed by . You can reach them at . Visit their website for more information.

Is there a waitlist for Jefferson South of the James?+

Public Housing waitlist is currently Closed. Section 8 (HCV) waitlist is currently Closed. Waitlist status can change frequently, so check back regularly or contact the housing authority directly for the most up-to-date information.

How do I apply for housing at Jefferson South of the James?+

Jefferson South of the James is a Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) property. To apply, you can start by calling , or visiting their website, or contacting the property management office. Contact the property to learn about availability and application requirements. Eligibility is based on income limits set for the area.

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